How to Dress For the Always-Tricky Beach Wedding
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It's wedding season, and it feels like everyone we've ever met is getting ready to walk down the aisle this summer. If you know someone who's getting married at the beach, that can be one of the toughest events to dress for. Is it going to be hot or chilly from the ocean breeze? How casual is too casual, and how formal is too formal? What are you even supposed to do about shoes? (We'll give you a hint on that one: wedges are your friend.) Well, if you need a great wedding-guest dress, we'd recommend shopping these 15 styles.
From classic slip dresses to printed midi styles and everything in between, these are the dresses we'd wear to a beach wedding. The only real rule? Don't wear white, unless specifically asked. Even then, maybe still check first? Keep reading to shop our picks.
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A Classic Slip: ASTR the Label Cowl Slip Midi Dress
If you love a classic slip silhouette, go for the ASTR the Label Cowl Slip Midi Dress ($89). You can style it with sexy heels and a cute clutch.
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A Dress With Pockets: Anthropologie Somerset Maxi Dress
This Anthropologie Somerset Maxi Dress ($168) is a great pick for an outdoor wedding. It's also a good option for a rehearsal dinner or postwedding brunch, all depending on how you style it.
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A Coral Dress: Amanda Uprichard Kurie Maxi Dress
This Amanda Uprichard Kurie Maxi Dress ($217, originally $264) is tropical and fun. It's a perfect pick for a beach wedding.
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A Romantic Dress: LoveShackFancy Marisela Mini Dress
We love the silhouette and the print of this stunning LoveShackFancy Marisela Mini Dress ($595). In our opinion, it's totally worth the investment.
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A Dress With Sleeves: Rhode Pia Dress
This Rhode Pia Dress ($445) has statement sleeves we love. Plus, the silhouette is easy to be dressed up or down, and it's made of a lightweight material that's ideal for hot beach days.
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A Halter Dress: Endless Rose Crossed Halter Neck Tiered Maxi Dress
This Endless Rose Crossed Halter Neck Tiered Maxi Dress ($120) looks like a dress you could wear all summer long. It's dressy without being over the top.
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A Yellow Dress: Susana Monaco Strapless Maxi Dress
Bring the sunshine to the beach in this beautiful Susana Monaco Strapless Maxi Dress ($198). We love the little cutouts just under the bust.
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A Sexy Dress: BHLDN Cali Satin Charmeuse Midi Dress
This BHLDN Cali Satin Charmeuse Midi Dress ($168) is always going to be useful in your closet. We'd recommend holding on to this dress, because once your friends see it, they'll definitely want to borrow it!
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A Cutout Dress: For Love & Lemons Maisie Midi Dress
We love the subtle back cutouts on this For Love & Lemons Maisie Midi Dress ($268). The blue and white pattern is perfect for summer.
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A Dress With a Slit: More to Come Claudia Cami Midi Dress
Have a little fun in this sexy More to Come Claudia Cami Midi Dress ($78). It's also easy to move in and will still look great if you decide to walk barefoot on the sand.
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A Dress Under $100: Zara Satin Dress
This purple Zara Satin Dress ($60) is a take on the viral pink Zara dress. We love them both, but this one's in stock right now.
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A Minidress: Krisa Asymmetrical Flare Halter Mini
When it comes to beach weddings, you can go shorter with the hemlines. This Krisa Asymmetrical Flare Halter Mini ($209) is timeless and will be a wedding staple for years to come.
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A Floral Dress: En Saison Valeria Midi Dress
You can't go wrong with a floral dress, especially to a beach wedding. This En Saison Valeria Midi Dress ($164) looks great with strappy sandals or wedges.
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A Comfortable Dress: J.Crew Halter Cutout Dress
If you're going to be wearing something for a long period of time, it should be comfortable. This J.Crew Halter Cutout Dress ($158, originally $198) will keep you feeling comfortable and looking great.
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A Lace Dress: ASTR the Label Lace A Line Midi Dress
We love pretty lace dresses, and we love them even more when they're affordable. This ASTR the Label Lace A Line Midi Dress ($89) will be a go-to throughout wedding season.
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